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Lesson Reviews from Students

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Check out some of these recent reviews.

Review by Johnny

"Recent testimonial from ongoing pupil Charles B.

I’ve been studying the conga drum with JC for just over two years and I just want to give my total th

umbs-up to his approach as a teacher and percussion professional. As a Brit with musical tastes ranging from rock, funk, jazz, hip-hop (and latin music!), I came to JC professing a slightly uncertain attraction to conga drums. Without a well-defined notion of what I really wanted to learn, JC took me through the basic strokes, rhythms and rudiments, developing my knowledge and skills in Afro-Cuban music and much else besides. JC’s experience in the music biz is obviously amazing and one of the best things about learning from him (aside from the great stories) are the unique rhythms and styles he’s acquired (and invented) over the years, from hanging and playing in so many “scenes“. So if you want a proper idea of how to play alongside funk, disco and other r n b styles, this is your guy. Needless to say, he’ll also makes sure you know the essentials behind the instrument, most importantly its deep roots in African music and traditions, and its obvious dominance in Afro-Cuban music. Not only that, JC is a very attentive teacher and is well up on things like “cognitive discovery”, which emphasises learning through hearing and hands as much as through more logical processes. Learning through Skype is also a lot easier and effective than it sounds. It’s been a great experience, revealing the full potential of the instrument to me and motivating me to keep up practice and lessons"

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Miami, FL teacher:
Johnny C.

Review by Mariad

"Fun and Helpful

Laura gives very helpful tips and exercises that help me improve on my breathing as well as control the different registers of my voice.

I've learned a lot with Laura as my teacher and she makes the experience enjoyable for the both of us. One thing that would maybe improve our weekly lessons would be more warm up time before the actual singing, in order to get my voice ready and controlled even more for the lesson. Overall, Laura is a great vocal coach!"

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New York, NY teacher:
Laura K.

Review by Jan

"Francesca is a teacher's teacher. (And, yes, I'm a teacher.) ;-) I am truly impressed with how she communicates with and engages my son. He started guita

r lessons in February--now, a few months later, he is playing every day and learning new techniques at every lesson. She has also taught him how to teach himself--to explore and go beyond the hour a week they have together. He loves it. I never have to remind him to practice. He even had the confidence for play for some visiting family members last week. Even though Francesca is an extremely busy musician, performer, and teacher, when she is giving a lesson, she is completely focused on that learner and their needs. I am grateful we found her. <3 Francesca!"

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San Diego, CA teacher:
Francesca V.

Review by JonahB

"Fun and encouraging

Ms. Teichert is an awesome teacher. She made learning fun and she was always encouraging and was fun to sing and play with."

Chicago, IL teacher:
Lisa T.

Review by Kathy

"Happy New Year, Dave! In June 2015 it will be 4 years that I have had a weekly drum lesson with David W. I will have been playing for 5 years altogether.

I could take lessons from him for the next 20 years and never learn all that he knows about percussion and drumming. If you or your child are planning to learn to play drums, look no further. Dave is the best there is. He will teach you what you need and what is appropriate for your level. For example, I have now reached the point where I am playing in a rock band. Great, but my transitions are not smooth, my strokes are not always rebounding like they should etc. So Dave gives me assignments and works together with me to do coordination drills and fundamental practices that will make the quality of my drumming better. He then pushes me to challenge areas where I have become too comfortable. All of this while learning so much and having a lot of fun. So even if you, too, have been playing drums for years you could greatly benefit from and improve with his instruction. He is very versatile, and is not limited to one type of percussion. He can do marching band, orchestral/concert, jazz, rock band style, Latin, ...you name it. And he doesn't overlook precision. If I try to slink by with playing something half way, he will make me do it over until it is right. David W. gets 10 stars in my book!"

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San Diego, CA teacher:
David W.

Review by Sonoe

"Lacey has a unique presence that consists of philosophical depth, tremendous, humor, fun, warmth, and sincerity. I think it's this combination that enabl

es her to open me up to become a better actor and better person. Over the years, working with Lacey has helped me to improve my acting skills, public speaking, and confidence.One of the biggest challenges of acting for me is letting go of the fears and self-consciousness. Those fears inhibit me from fully expressing myself and from exploring the range of emotions I want to recreate for others. Lacey helps me to face those fears and overcome them in fun and healthy ways.Don't pass up an opportunity to work with this talented instructor. She has changed my life and continues to do so whenever I return to work with her."

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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Lacey M.

Review by Caroline

"Julie is wonderful. She is very intelligent and accomplished but somehow manages to put me at ease. I enjoy the lessons, it isn't work. For someone so y

oung she has acquired amazing people skills, she is a natural born teacher, a great musician, and she loves what she does. Her knowledge of music and teaching will never cease to impress me. She is dedicated and gives you 200%. But she remains very human and easy to feel comfortable with. A consummate professional, with a healthy sense of humor, who is never impatient or insensitive, she is perfect. I highly recommend her to students of all ages and at all levels."

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New York, NY teacher:
Julie P.

Review by Breanne

"Jasmin is an extremely hardworking person. I've known her since seventh grade and she is one of the most determined, tenacious people I know. If hired, I

know she will help your child excel in their academic endeavors. She will go over concepts and present them in a myriad of ways until her client masters the concept. I highly recommend her!"

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Washington, DC teacher:
Jasmin S.

Review by Kate

"As a complete music novice, I needed a teacher that was not only knowledgeable but also patient and approachable. Megan is both of these things, plus to

tally down to earth - I would highly recommend her for newbies to acoustic guitar."